Lake Amvrakia
Lake Greek coastal lake and important bird habitat
Coastal plain lake in Western Greece near Amvrakia/Amfilochia that supports wetlands and birdlife; attracts anglers, birdwatchers and visitors interested in local wetland ecology.
How to Get to Lake Amvrakia #
Drive: Accessible by local roads from Agrinio (roughly 40-60 minutes depending on route); parking is informal. Public transport: regional buses serve nearby towns-expect a taxi or walk from the nearest stop.
Tips for Visiting Lake Amvrakia #
- Visit in spring or autumn for migrant waterfowl and fewer people.
- Approach along rural secondary roads; parking is informal-bring small change for a nearby kafenio if stopping.
- Bring binoculars and a field guide: reed edges hide warblers and bitterns.
Best Time to Visit Lake Amvrakia #
Best visited in spring or autumn for birdlife and gentle weather; summers can be hot and insect-heavy.
Weather & Climate near Lake Amvrakia #
Lake Amvrakia's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (856 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (152 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
